At the library, they discover the old wing where the cursed mirror once was sealed off. However, a new presence greets them—a strange woman named Seraphine, claiming to be the Keeper of Secrets. She appears out of nowhere, her voice both calm and foreboding.

Seraphine: "The mirrors were never just windows to your fears, Amara. They are doors. And doors, once opened, never truly close."

Amara (confused): "Who are you? How do you know me?"

Seraphine: "I have been watching. The veil between your world and the Shadow Realm grows thin. Something... ancient... stirs."

Before Amara can question her further, Seraphine hands her a small, silver key, etched with strange symbols.

Seraphine: "When the time comes, you will know what to do."

And just like that, Seraphine vanishes into the shadows, leaving Amara and Rowan shaken.